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WU53 UZP

2003 Toyota Celica

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,740 mi
Last recorded116,740 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Toyota Celica82,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 UZP
MakeToyota
ModelCelica
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 116,740 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 113,587 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 113,264 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 106,087 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 100,504 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 14 Oct 2011 100,504 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 98,294 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 95,422 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 84,302 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front number plate very poor

Fail 28 Aug 2008 84,301 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front number plate very poor

Pass 31 Aug 2007 69,307 miles

front number plate slightly damaged

Pass 29 Aug 2006 53,714 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Celica?

Based on 870,417 MOT tests across 67,994 vehicles.

71.3%
Pass Rate
5,488
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
67,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43,337
position lamp(s) not working 23,341
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23,042
Registration plate lamp not working 18,379
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,551
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WU53 UZP is a 2003 Toyota Celica in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Celica models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 82,604 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Celica fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 43,337 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WU53 UZP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Celica typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 23 years old, this Toyota Celica is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WU53 UZP registered?

WU53 UZP is a 2003 Toyota Celica, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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